Illinois vs. USC men’s basketball is being shown on Big Ten Network, with streaming available through Fubo and the FOX Sports / BTN platforms, plus radio via Illini and USC network affiliates.

Where to watch Illinois vs USC (men’s basketball)

TV channel

  • Big Ten Network (BTN) is carrying the game as a conference matchup.
  • Check your local cable or satellite listings for BTN if you’re in the U.S.

Live streaming options

  • Fubo : Offers BTN as part of its sports packages and lists the Illinois vs. USC game as a streamable event; regional restrictions may apply.
  • FOX Sports / BTN streaming : BTN content can be streamed via foxsports.com/live or the FOX Sports app when you sign in with a TV provider that includes BTN.
  • Some listings pages for Feb. 18 note BTN as the TV channel and Fubo as the main streaming option for Illinois vs. USC.

Game time and venue (for context)

  • Recent matchup listing:
    • Time: 10 p.m. ET (evening tip).
* Venue: Galen Center, USC’s home arena in Los Angeles.

Audio / radio options

  • Illinois broadcasts: WDWS-AM 1400 (Champaign), WLS-AM 890 (Chicago), and other Illini Sports Network affiliates, plus streaming on the Varsity Network app.
  • USC side: Local Trojan Radio Network affiliates typically carry the game; check USC’s athletics site or local listings for station details.

Quick forum-style scoop

Fans are mostly saying: “If you get BTN in your package, you’re set; if not, grab a trial of a service like Fubo that has BTN for the night.”

From a viewer’s perspective in early 2026, the matchup fits into the new Big Ten era with USC traveling regularly for conference play, and BTN has become the go-to home for these cross-country conference games.

TL;DR:
Watch Illinois Fighting Illini vs. USC Trojans men’s basketball on Big Ten Network, or stream via Fubo and authenticated FOX Sports/BTN apps; radio is available through Illini and USC network stations.

Information gathered from public forums or data available on the internet and portrayed here.